Appropriate & Inappropriate Interview Questions

What does your husband/wife/partner do?

Do you have any health problems or disabilities?

This position requires a reasonable degree of flexibility in working hours. Are you able to be flexible in this regard?

What religious holidays do you practice?

Is English your first language?

Do you have any previous convictions for (fraud, violence, driving, etc)?

What country are you from?

Are you married?

Do you have children?

How old are you?

What is your maiden name?

Are you legally entitled to work in Australia?

This job requires lifting weights up to Xkg. Would you have difficulty undertaking the physical requirements of the role

What are your child care arrangements?

How long have you been working?

How long have you been working in this industry?

How many sick days did you take last year?

Do you have a current Drivers Licence?

Do you have responsibilities other than work that will interfere with specific job requirements such as traveling?

What modifications to work procedures, equipment, etc, could enable you to perform the job?

Do you speak English at home?

Have you ever made a Workcover claim?

What hours can you work?

What is your height/weight?

What languages can you read, speak or write fluently?